By Guest Blogger, Michael Harris, Chemical and Molecular Engineering Major

Chocology has an exciting new development for all you chocolate enthusiasts out there. Through the combination of science and creativity, we have a new piece of technology that will change the chocolate game forever. No, it is not a chocolate powered hoverboard (though hopefully that will be invented soon). Even better, we have a 3D chocolate printer! It combines all of the best qualities of both chocolate and technology.

To understand how the 3D chocolate printer works, first we must understand how a regular 3D printer works. A design is created and given to a computer to construct. The computer then drives a mechanical arm to place plastic, layer be layer from the ground up to match the design exactly. Our new machine functions exactly like a typical 3D printer except the boring old plastic is replaced with delicious chocolate! This means there is practically no limit to the chocolate designs we can create.

One of the reasons this machine is so spectacular is the way that technology and chocolate have to work together. The chocolate used to make designs is the same Belgian chocolate that we use for our Fat Ass Fudge that you know and love. To keep our quality the same, the printer must keep the chocolate within a 1 degree range while it makes a design with extreme precision. This is no easy task, but the result is spectacular. We get a beautifully designed chocolate treat thats ready to eat right off the printer!

This technology has so many applications we are very excited about, including printing logos for companies or names for parties. More importantly, we are excited for the way we can engage the public, especially kids, in technology and science. Regular technology doesn’t interest everybody, but adding chocolate to the equation has the potential to change all of that. Now adults and children alike have the opportunity to explore new interests in science they never knew they had.

This chocolate printer is an amazing new addition to the Chocology team. Our products are no longer limited by technical ability. The limit of our chocolate is now bound by our creativity alone, and that is something we are very exciting to share.

You all know our Fat-Ass Fudge logo and team member: this adorable happy Donkey with a big butt. He or she still needs a name though, so we’re putting a call out to the public to help us out. We want to make this fun, so we’ll award a scrumptious prize for the lucky winner. All you have to do is choose the perfect name!

About our Donkey:

Employee #004 of Chocology/Fat Ass Fudge.

Job title: Mascot

What s/he says when people ask him or her what s/he does for a living: “I work at a chocolate company where I hang out and people put tails on my butt.”

Closing date for the entries is May 7th. The winner will be announced on May 9th. The person who submits the winning name will win a fresh Sampler (value $50.00) of our mouth watering Fat-Ass Fudge!

Let’s keep it friendly, any name using inappropriate words will be disqualified as will trademarked names.

Here are some interesting facts you may not have known about us:

Our mouth watering fudge is made with Goats Milk and Butter

We use Belgian Chocolate

Fat Ass Fudge was on Shark Tank

FatAssFudge is produced on Long Island

Here’s one more…Our award winning Fat Ass Fudge is decadent and yes, slightly comical but it also allows us to support great causes. Our goal at Chocology is not only to offer chocolate made with the finest ingredients but to strengthen our community by “giving back”. Your purchase makes it possible…we donate $1.00 from every fudge order to one of the non-profit organizations we support.

So choose a name that suits it’s personality. Good Luck! #NameOurFatAss

The holidays may be behind us, but that doesn’t slow us down one bit. We have said goodbye to all of the winter festivities and as the weather warms up our days fill up as well.

Long Island is so beautiful this time of the year, we welcome you to come visit and see for yourself. We have many Farmer’s Markets, Pop Ups, One Off events and of course the retail shops where you can purchase any day of the week. Come hang out with us and see what the fun is all about.

We’re super excited that you can find us every day at the following retail locations:

The Long Island Welcome Center/ Taste New York located at Exit 51/52 Eastbound off the Long Island Express Way. It’s a great place to stop as you are traveling to the East End this summer. The Welcome Center is promoting some of New York’s best locally-made and produced food and beverage products – a farmers’ market and an interactive I LOVE NEW YORK experience for Long Island visitors to learn about the region’s history and tourism destinations.

Cirillo’s Market —Amagansett IGA a family owned and operated business just like us. Many of the employees have been there for years and we’re very proud to be part of the team! They’ve got great organic and gluten free selections and the nicest employees around. We’ll preparing to do several tastings and pairings through out the year. Doesn’t that sound yummy!

Yogo Delish Main Street 211 Main Street in Port Jefferson We love working with Bill and his friendly staff. Yogo Delish definitely lives up to it’s name, they’ve got a wonderful selection of flavors and an amazing variety of toppings, our Fat Ass Fudge fits right in.

Spring has Sprung and Summer is Coming! Look for us at the Following Farmer’s Markets this Season:

SETAUKET FARMER’S MARKET

Opening Friday, June 2

3:00PM – 7:00PM

Three Village Historical Society, East Setauket

HAVENS FARMERS’ MARKET

Opening Saturday, May 27

9:00AM to 12:30PM

Shelter Island

Opening Sunday, May 21

9:00AM – 1:00PM

Tommy’s Place parking lot across from the ferry

Without a doubt 2017 is shaping up to be pretty awesome and the Chocology team is excited for you to join us at one or more of the following!

Sunday, May 28, 2017

Southampton Arts Center, Southampton

Friday, June 9

Long Island Aquarium

A TASTE OF NEW YORK

Friday, June 9

Belmont Race Park

Dan’s MonTaco

July 7

Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa

Montauk Annual Craft Fair

July 15 + 16

September 23 + 24

Garden of Eve’s Garlic Festival

September 17 – 18

October TBD

Centereach Library

November

Old Bethpage Village

EASTEND POPUPS

November and December

Amagansett American Legion Hall

Chocolate and Wine Pairings

Saturday November 11 and Sunday December 17

Sannino Vineyards

Homegrown for the Holidays

December 2

Hayground School, Bridgehampton

Chocology Kids! Our summer days are jam packed with Farmer’s Markets and events, even solar s’mores!

Maker Fair

June 9

Maritime Explorium, Port Jefferson

Pin the Tail on the Donkey

Port Jefferson Farmer’s Market

11:00 -Noon

First Sunday of each month we host a Chocology Kids craft

Solar Smores —July

Chocolate Shoes—August

Lego Build—September

Start marking your calendar! Check back to our website or follow our Social Medias as we will be adding additional events as they pop up.

Of course if you are not able to visit any of these locations you can always visit us at our online shop 24/7. OR! Book us for a private party and have us all to yourselves. Give us a call today: 631 901 7151

It is with a heavy heart that we inform all of our Chocology readers about the fire at one of Chocology Gives Back Non-Profits. On Saturday, February 3 a fire broke out in the restaurant of Chef Bruno, one of Madeline’s CNN Heroes. Fortunately no one was hurt, however over 80% of the restaurant was destroyed. It will be between 8 and 10 months before they are able to be back up and running.

Chocology has not only donated to but worked closely with Caterina’s Club and the children from the Anaheim Boys and Girls Club. The Anaheim White House was home to these charitable organizations. We send our love and prayers for a speedy recovery and are hear to help in any way we can.

If you would like to help, a GoFund me account has been set up on behalf of the Anaheim White house here.

The work of Caterina’s Club will go on. To learn more about this wonderful organization headed up by Chef Bruno, or to contribute to their cause please visit here.

It is such an honor to work with this organization that helps so many families and children. We know that the spirit of this organization will survive this hardship and forge forward through this recovery period. To read more about Madeline’s involvement with Chef Bruno please visit this link

If you would like to find out about other ways you can help, please contact Chocology owner and managing director, Linda Johnson at Linda@chocologyunlimited.com

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It seems fitting that National Chocolate Covered Anything Day falls on December 16, right in the middle of the holiday season! So while you work on getting all of those holiday treats ready for family and friends, why not dip them in a bit of chocolate to make them extra special?

We’ve experimented with chocolate dipping at Chocology more times than we can count. What doesn’t taste better covered in chocolate? Pretzels, nuts, marshmallows, strawberries. . .the list goes on. Some of our Facebook followers have suggested raspberries, pineapple rings and cashews – and lots of them! Or how about a slice of our Fat Ass Fudge washed down with your favorite glass of wine? Whatever it is, you can be sure that if it’s covered in chocolate, it’s going to be good! We’ve even experimented with chocolate added to chili! See the recipe here.

What’s more? How about dipping yourself into a bit of chocolate? Our chocolate milk bubble bath will refresh and renew your skin and spirit and is a perfect way to celebrate National Chocolate Covered Anything Day. The bubble bath is great for gift giving as well. Mix up a batch to share with your family and friends.

We absolutely love having you join us on our chocolate covered adventure. Thanks for being a part of the Chocology family!

Happy National Chocolate Covered Anything Day!

~ Your friends at Chocology

Here’s a list of ideas for dipping on National Chocolate Covered Anything Day:

Are you looking for the perfect gift for that someone special? Or perhaps you want a little something extra to tuck into the stockings this year. Chocology is here to help! Walk with us down the virtual lanes of Chocology, from the comfort of your own home, to find a unique and special gift for everyone on your shopping list.

Everyone loves chocolate! And Chocology Chocolates have that something extra that makes it a delight to both give and receive. With a wide variety of delicacies to choose from, Chocology has you covered when it comes to holiday gift giving.

Is it cold where you are? How about choosing an oversized Hot Chocology mug with a slice of our thick and creamy Fat Ass fudge stuffed inside. It will keep your loved ones warm and toasty all winter long and remind them that you care.

Or perhaps your friends and family would like an array of Fat Ass Fudge to help them celebrate this wonderful holiday season. Our Fat Ass Fudge 4-piece Sampler provides a variety of our most popular fudge, ready for slicing and sharing.

If your loved one is a true blue chocoholic, imagine their surprise when they receive a subscription to our Fudge of the Month club. Choose a 3 or 6-month subscription and your recipient will get the gift that keeps on giving well past the holiday season.

Chocology also offers an array of artisan truffles, miniature works of art, that your friends and family will enjoy looking at as much as they love eating it. Choose from our 4-piece stocking stuffer sized boxes or make it a full sized gift with our 24-piece You Can Have It All box. With no artificial flavoring or added preservatives, Chocology Chocolate Truffles make a fine gift for everyone on your list. Each box comes with our Art of Tasting card, a perfect compliment to these exquisite chocolates.

We know your corporate team deserves the very best, and Chocology is devoted to creating extraordinary chocolate experiences for your clients and colleagues. Holiday season is approaching faster than you think, get in touch with us today about adding decadents chocolates or whimsical Fat Ass Fudge to your holiday party Corporate Event.

Still having trouble deciding? Give the gift of choice! Our Chocology Gift card is a great way to say “I love you” at the holidays. In denominations of $25, $50 or $100, your gift recipient will be thrilled to choose a little of this and a little of that to enjoy how and when they wish.

And don’t forget, with every order of Fat Ass Fudge, choose your charity and Chocology will donate a portion of the proceeds to an organization in need. We love helping people and your Fat Ass Fudge purchase helps us to do just that!

We hope that you enjoy getting your holiday shopping finished from the comfort of your favorite chair so that you can enjoy the season with family and friends. Let us do the work so that you don’t have to. Chocology is all about making it special! We put love into every order that we fill and know that your loved ones will delight in receiving a special gift from you by Chocology. Order today to beat the rush! Your order will be delivered in plenty of time for your special holiday celebrations.

Happy Holidays from Chocology!

Orders over $75 shipped to the same address will receive free ground shipping.

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What do you get when you mix chocolate with vodka? A Fat Ass Chocolate Martini – that’s what! Imagine rich and creamy Fat Ass Fudge melting into a delicate Martini glass. It’s the perfect addition to a distinct and decadent holiday celebration.

Want to include the kids? Make it a virgin and toast with the little ones in your life! They’ll love the “grown up” feel of our Martini glasses and they’ll feel special toasting along with the adults

How do you make a Fat Ass Chocolate Martini? We have the recipe below! You’ll need a martini shaker and your favorite Fat Ass Fudge and martini glass. Give your celebrations that extra kick! It’s guaranteed to take your holidays to the next level.

Combine All ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Shake until chilled. Strain into a chilled, dipped Fat Ass Martini Glass (see below for more suggestions). Garnish glass with a slice of Fat Ass Fudge on a skewer. Feel free to double, triple or quadruple the recipe as needed. Enjoy!

Fat Ass Martini’s with a twist – we showcased these martinis at two events this past weekend and got these suggestions.

Garnish with a skewered strawberry

Replace regular vodka with vanilla vodka

Rim the glass with a crushed peppermint stick

Rim the glass with Fat Ass Fudge Sauce (melt fudge on double boiler with a bit of cream)

Use Fat Ass Fudge White Chocolate

Replace Vodka with Champagne

‘Tis the season for enjoying the holidays with those you love! Start a new tradition with Fat Ass Martinis to make your celebrations extra special! We’d love to hear what you think. Send us your martini with a twist suggestion and we’ll give it a try!

Chocology wishes you and yours a holiday season filled with joy, loved ones and chocolate. Bon appétit!

Weddings have become a specialty at Chocology. We take pride in incorporating fine chocolates into your special day. From passed fudge and truffle platters at your reception to personalized gifts for the wedding party and favors, our top priority is making our clients and their guests feel special

We love weddings so much that we are excited to announce a new addition to the Chocology Wedding Team. Terri Palmer of Plano, Texas will be joining us in the capacity of wedding consultant for the southern region of the U.S.. Terri will be standing by to help you select the perfect wedding favors, chocolate platters, pairings for your cocktail hour and more.

We have worked with Terri for many years and know that you are in good hands with her. Her attention to detail, her love of event planning and her ability to personalize and make things special are why we are proud to welcome her to the wedding planning team. We love her and we know you will too!

Terri will be happy to help you coordinate luxury truffles to compliment your wedding colors or choose decadent chocolates that will pair well with the wine you will be serving. Even better, allow Terri to help you select one of our mouth watering Fat Ass Fudge choices for your wedding favors. Your guests will appreciate the unique and personalized detail that Chocology Chocolates add to your special day.

What’s more, with each order of Fat Ass Fudge you will have the opportunity to choose a 501 C3 charity of your choice. Chocology will donate a portion of the proceeds from your order to honor the charity that touches your heart. Or allow Terri to help you choose one of the Chocology Cares organizations. Either way, adding Fat Ass Fudge to the festivities gives back in a big way, adding no additional costs to you. Your guest’s will be touched that your gift is far reaching and helping others in the community.

“Whether a wedding in your backyard or at venue like ‘Big Red’ Courthouse or the Museum of Biblical Arts in Dallas, I have been beside the bride/bride’s family and created a beautiful, memorable wedding. And an exclusively-wrapped Chocology box took center stage on the table-setting – a gift within a gift! I would love to make a memory with you and remove the stressful aspects of planning a wedding.” Terri

Is your special day around the corner? We know that planning your wedding day is important, down to the last detail. Let Chocology take care of the details so that you can enjoy your time with family, friends and loved ones.

World Kindness Day is an international movement to spread kindness across our world. It has no political or religious connections. Chocology recognizes that kindness and giving back actually helps our communities to grow stronger and live better. We practice kindness in our everyday lives. We look for, notice, appreciate and try to emanate the good that we see. When we focus on the good, good things happen! Always!

At Chocology our bottom line is not always about profit. We embrace the people we come in contact with and try to make their lives happier as well. Our bottom line is only as good as the people we touch.

This past weekend, Madeline chose to hold a marshmallow challenge at our Port Jefferson Farmers Market for the children (and their parents and grandparents!) who visit us there. In order to participate, each person had to share an act of kindness that had touched his or her lives.

The responses were overwhelming. Kids remember the smallest of things. Here are just a few of the things our participants had to share:

“My teacher gave me an extra day to study for the test, since I had been sick and didn’t feel like studying.”

“My grandmother made my costume.”

“My mom was really nice when I broke her favorite bowl. She didn’t get mad at me like I thought she would.”

It takes so little to be kind. What will you do in honor of World Kindness Day? We’d love to hear about it. Please share in the comments, on Facebook or Tweet us your act of kindness or a kindness that was extended to you. It inspires us to hear your stories.